Bishopswood School
URN: 149322 • Reading RG4 9RH
Overview
- Name
- Bishopswood School
- URN
- 149322
- Type
- Academy special sponsor led
- Phase
- Not applicable
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- THE PROPELLER ACADEMY TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- n/a
- Ranking score
- 34.9 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Priya Bhagrath (since 2025)
- Telephone
- 01189724311
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Grove Road, Reading RG4 9RH
Summary
Bishopswood School, located in Reading, Oxfordshire, is an academy special sponsor-led institution that caters to children aged 2 to 19 with severe and profound learning difficulties, including those with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). Established in 1977, the school has evolved to provide a nurturing environment where every pupil is supported academically, emotionally, and socially, guided by the motto "Empowered and Engaged."
The school offers a broad and balanced curriculum tailored to meet the unique needs of each student, focusing on developing independence, communication, and confidence. With a current enrolment of 74 pupils, exceeding its capacity of 72, Bishopswood School emphasizes collaborative relationships among staff, parents, and professionals to create meaningful learning opportunities.
Bishopswood School is part of The Propeller Academy Trust, which joined in January 2023, enhancing its resources and support systems. The school welcomes visits from prospective families, encouraging engagement with the community to foster a supportive educational atmosphere.
The school offers a broad and balanced curriculum tailored to meet the unique needs of each student, focusing on developing independence, communication, and confidence. With a current enrolment of 74 pupils, exceeding its capacity of 72, Bishopswood School emphasizes collaborative relationships among staff, parents, and professionals to create meaningful learning opportunities.
Bishopswood School is part of The Propeller Academy Trust, which joined in January 2023, enhancing its resources and support systems. The school welcomes visits from prospective families, encouraging engagement with the community to foster a supportive educational atmosphere.
Useful links
- Part of The Academy Trust (other)
- Juniper Education (other)
- Accessibility Statement (other)
- High Visibility Version (other)
- Visit Our Instagram (other)
Nearby alternatives
- The Avenue Special School (65.2)
- Brookfields Special School (63.0)
- Addington School (62.9)
- TLG Reading (62.7)
- Cranbury College (60.1)
Key details
- LA
- Oxfordshire
- Age range
- 2 - 16
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- THE PROPELLER ACADEMY TRUST
- Capacity
- 72
- Pupils
- 74
- Boys
- 51
- Girls
- 23
- FSM %
- 41.90
- Open date
- 2023-01-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 74 | 51 | 23 | 72 | 41.90 |
| 2024-09-11 | 72 | 49 | 23 | 72 | 40.30 |
| 2023-09-11 | 72 | ||||
| 2022-09-11 | 72 |
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